MA/PGDip Landscape Studies

About the course

This course provides beginners with a foundation in landscape architecture. You'll explore different aspects of the discipline, learn skills and write a dissertation on a landscape topic that matters to you. If you complete this course, you may be able to join the second year of the MA in Landscape Architecture and work towards a professional qualification.

Core modules

• Introduction to Landscape Design (a series of design projects, visual and CAD projects and workshops)
• Landscape Histories, Theories and Practices
• Introduction to Planting Design
• Ecological Design and Management
• Advanced Planting Design
• Introduction to Landscape Construction (including use of CAD)
• Advanced Construction Design
• Social Aspects of Design
• Integrated Design Project
• Introduction to Landscape Planning
• Research Methods
• Dissertation

Optional UK and European field trips.

Teaching

• Lectures
• Seminars
• Workshops
• Tutorials
• Critical feedback sessions
• Site visits
• Practicals

Assessment

• Coursework assignments
• Dissertation
• Oral presentation
• Examination

Your career: improving people’s lives

Landscape architecture is about creating and conserving places for people to live and work in. You'll need creativity, flair and a passion for improving people's lives. A good landscape architect is able to bring together diverse knowledge and skills to come up with imaginative, workable solutions.

Our graduates work in the UK and internationally; in private practice and for public organisations. They often find jobs in their specialist areas, such as design, planning or management. Some work for councils and national parks, or for wildlife trusts. Others go into conservation and forestry.

Our graduates also work in administration and policy making, for organisations such as Natural England and DEFRA.

In the UK's greenest city

Sheffield is an exciting place to be a landscape student. It's England's fourth largest city and also its greenest in terms of public open space and tree cover. The many urban parks and extensive green infrastructure provide inspiration for much of our project work.

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About us

In the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise we were the top-ranked landscape architecture department in the UK. World-class research informs our masters courses. You’ll be taught by leading experts.

We offer taught courses across the breadth of landscape studies, including design, management, planning, and the ecological, social and cultural aspects of landscape.

A creative environment

We're based in the Arts Tower, an iconic, Grade II* listed building which has just had a £25 million refurbishment. Our studios are equipped with wireless and digital projection facilities, spray booths, and portfolio and locker space. And you have your own kitchen and common room.

Each year group has access to a studio. You'll use the latest technology, just as you would in practice. Our computer suites are equipped with CAD and digital imaging and publishing software, and A4–A0 colour printing facilities.

Apply now

You can apply for postgraduate study using our Postgraduate Online Application Form. It is a quick and easy process.

Postgraduate Online Application Form